2002 Mercury Villager vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2002 Mercury Villager is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 3,274 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Villager weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercury Villager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 2002 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Villager | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Villager | 405 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3274 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |